Dance Capstones
A•NOM•A•LY
Tuesday, June 2nd at 8:30pm
Saturday, June 6th at 4:00pm
(Located in Cosmo Theatre)
Cast
MEHKENNA BEASLEY
Bakersfield, California
"Thanks to my parents for letting me do what I love, my siblings for inspiring me, and my teachers for your guidance and support, and to Kennedi for being by my side through it all. "
JAYLEEN MONTES
Queens, New York
"Grateful to God, my parents, and family for their love and support of my dance journey. Performing is a privilege, and I’m excited to continue growing, learning, and sharing my passion with others. "
BRI BRICKERD
Baltimore, Maryland
"I want to truly thank my parents and grandparents for always supporting me, no matter what I chose to do. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. "
XIOMI DEAN
Orlando, Florida
"I would like to thank my parents, family, AMDA teachers, and staff for always supporting me through my passions and guiding me along the way. I am very grateful, and excited for the future!"
KENNEDI JOHNSON
Round Lake, Illinois
"Thank you to my family for supporting and trusting me, to my sister for everything, to my teachers for your guidance, and to Mehkenna for being by my side throughout it all. "
JULIA LISSE
Estes Park, Colorado
"So grateful for this amazing adventure. Thanks to my Family for all of your support. I couldn't have done it without you. Love you guys!! "
KATE MAJESTIC
Snoqualmie, Washington
"I’d like to thank my parents for putting me in dance at two and always supporting me, my classmates for sharing this journey, and AMDA for helping me grow into the artist I am today! "
NATALIE MAKSIMOVA
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
"Thank you to my teachers for pushing my limits and helping me grow into the artist I am becoming. To my family and friends, thank you for always standing by me with support and belief. "
LIV MAURO
Matawan, New Jersey
"I was taught to pursue what makes me happiest in life, so as I finish this chapter of chasing my dreams through dance, I am grateful for the support that got me here."
EMMA PAPANICOLAOU
Poplar Bluff, Missouri
"I am so grateful to have the opportunity to do what I love. Thank you to my Mom and Dad for supporting me. I can’t thank you enough for always believing in me. "
MIKAYLA PATTEN
Chicago, Illinois
"I’ve always known dance was my first love. It’s intimate & emotional, yet detached. No matter what, I’lI continue to find happiness in it and never tire of getting caught up in the rush. "
AVA PIZZANO
Weston, Connecticut
"Moments are fleeting and I’m grateful for them. Thank you to my family and friends, who always show me unconditional love. My dreams are big, and I’m ready to achieve them with grace. Let’s dance forever! "
RYLEIGH RICHARDS
Goodyear, Arizona
"So excited to begin a new journey now that my time at AMDA is over. Thank you to my parents for always encouraging me to follow wherever my heart leads me."
MARAEYA ROSS
Denver, Colorado
"I am so happy I stuck it out through these crazy four years. Thank you Mom & Dad for everything, I love you both so much. Watch out world, here I come!! #WeOutHere"
MARINIQUE SANTOS
Staten Island, New York
"Moving from NY to LA hasn’t been easy. Thank you to my family and friends, especially my mom and sister, for always supporting me. To everyone back home, I’m doing it!! "
ANIYAH SHAE
Newark, New Jersey
"Thank you to my friends and family, for always being there even when I doubted myself. Most importantly God who saved and blessed me with the gift of dance to share with the world. "
ERIN SOMMERVILLE
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
"Grateful to be here and excited to see what's in store for the future. Appreciative of everyone who supported my dreams of a dance career, and happy to have met amazing artists along the way! "
HAILEY SPICER
St. Louis, Missouri
"I’m incredibly grateful for my experience at AMDA, especially the inspiring faculty who challenged me and believed in me, and my family who supported me every step of the way. "
KEYANNA THOMPSON
Los Angeles, California
"This journey has been long, challenging, and very fulfilling. I am grateful for everyone that has supported me along the way or has taught me a lesson to grow. "
AMBER TRAN
Surprise, Arizona
"Thank you to all the mentors at AMDA who have supported my journey through these past 4 years. You all have made me grow into who I am today. "
NAYSAÁ TUCKER
Bermuda
"Thank you to all my family and friends back home who have encouraged my journey of hopping across the oceans. I hope to make the triangle proud in establishing freedom and work in creative industries."